Double Homicide Under Investigation in Ocean County
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December 19, 2021Double Homicide Under Investigation in Ocean County
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Two People Found Dead
The Ocean County Prosecutor's Office Major Crime Unit, Lakewood Township Police Department, and the Ocean County Sheriff's Office Crime Scene Investigation Unit are currently investigating what appears to be a double homicide that occurred earlier this morning in Lakewood Township, according to Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer.
"There is no immediate danger to the public at this time," stated Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer, adding that they have a suspect in custody.
According to initial reports, the shooting occurred at the Brettwood Apartments on Route 9.
More information, such as the identities of the deceased, the suspect, or the weapon or weapons used, has not been released by law enforcement. The case is being handled by the Ocean County Prosecutor's Office Major Crime Unit, Lakewood Township Police Department, and Ocean County Sheriff's Office Crime Scene Investigation Unit."This is an ongoing investigation," Billhimer said, adding that further information will be shared as it becomes available.
